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CPSCGeneral Alert

Nashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard

Published: April 22, 2008Recall ID: 08559Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.

Product Description & Identification

The recalled trainers are folding stands that lift and apply resistance to the rear wheel of a standard bike, converting the bike into a stationary trainer. The recall includes Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers (catalog # NB-TTMIF) with a looping black base with two red support arms. "Travel Trac" is printed in white on the right support arm and "Millennium" is printed in white on the left arm. "Inertial" is printed on the top of the right arm in black with a white border. The resistance unit has a rounded black plastic cover with a soft red elastomer roller. The item number is also printed on the bottom of the last page of the owner's manual.

Affected Products

2008 Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Nashbar-Direct-Inc-Recalls-Bicycle-Resistance-Trainers-Due-to-Puncture-Hazard
TitleNashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
Images › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/db8be2d2ca524691836237b09fc73612.jpg
Images › CaptionRecalled Bicycle Resistance Trainer
Hazards › NameThe springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
Injuries › NameNashbar has received three reports of springs releasing from the bike trainers. No injuries have been reported.
Products › Name2008 Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers
Products › TypeExercise Machines/Equipment
Products › Category I D1933
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 200
Recall I D4581
Remedies › NameConsumers should immediately stop using these bicycle trainers and contact Nashbar to receive a free repair or refund.
Importers › NameNashbar Direct Inc., of Canfield, Ohio
Retailers › NameNashbar's Web site and catalogs from January 2008 through February 2008 for about $330.
Recall Date2008-04-22T00:00:00
DescriptionThe recalled trainers are folding stands that lift and apply resistance to the rear wheel of a standard bike, converting the bike into a stationary trainer. The recall includes Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers (catalog # NB-TTMIF) with a looping black base with two red support arms. "Travel Trac" is printed in white on the right support arm and "Millennium" is printed in white on the left arm. "Inertial" is printed on the top of the right arm in black with a white border. The resistance unit has a rounded black plastic cover with a soft red elastomer roller. The item number is also printed on the bottom of the last page of the owner's manual.
Recall Number08559
Consumer ContactFor additional information, contact Nashbar at (877) 688-8600 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.nashbar.com or by e-mail at recall@nashbar.com
Last Publish Date2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryItaly